Great Location! Updated Kitchen & Charming Character! Spacious, sunny 1-bedroom plus study in a charming 12-unit building on a quiet, leafy side street just off Mass Ave. The apartment features a beautifully updated kitchen with granite countertops, semi-custom all-wood cabinetry, Hansgrohe fixtures, and a dishwasher. The updated marble bathroom, hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and generous closet space add to the apartment's character and appeal. Conveniently located just a short walk to both Harvard and Central Squares, with public transportation, restaurants, and shops right nearby. Heat and hot water included. Shared laundry on premises. No smoking unit and building. Convenient on-site parking available for an additional fee. (Reference #135232)
21 Ellery St
Cambridge, MA 02138
Apartment building
1 bed
What's special
Charming characterHansgrohe fixturesUpdated kitchenUpdated marble bathroomGenerous closet spaceHardwood floorsQuiet leafy side street
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: Mid-Cambridge
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Getting around
Walk Score®
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Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
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Excellent TransitBike Score®
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Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Cambridge
Martin Luther King, Jr. School
Grades PK-5 • 0.3 miles9/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Putnam Avenue Upper School
Grades 6-8 • 0.3 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10Student Progress Rating
6/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Grades 9-12 • 0.3 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10College Readiness Rating
9/10Living in Cambridge
Mid-Cambridge sits between Harvard Square and Central Square, with a mix of residential streets and lively commercial corridors. Its urban New England setting brings four distinct seasons, from leafy, warm summers to cold, snowy winters. Cambridge Common and the Cambridge Public Library offer nearby open space and reading rooms, while Harvard’s historic buildings and museums add a strong cultural presence. Massachusetts Avenue and the streets around Central Square have cafés, restaurants, shops, live music and nightlife; smaller local businesses are woven into the neighborhood. Walking and biking are practical for everyday trips, and buses and the Red Line connect the area with other parts of Cambridge and Boston. For the Mid-Cambridge neighborhood, the median rent is $2,900 per month, with a typical range of $300 to $12,500.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 21 Ellery St located, and what is the neighborhood like?
21 Ellery St is located at 21 Ellery St in Mid-Cambridge, Cambridge, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Tatte, Life Alive, and Felipe's Taqueria.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 21 Ellery St?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 21 Ellery St include Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates, Cambridge (0.3 miles away), Harvard University Health Services (0.4 miles away), and Cambridge Hospital Emergency Room (0.4 miles away).
What schools are assigned to 21 Ellery St?
The schools assigned to 21 Ellery St include Martin Luther King, Jr. School, Putnam Avenue Upper School, and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 21 Ellery St?
21 Ellery St is located near 3 grocery stores, including H Mart (0.6 miles) and Whole Foods Market (0.7 miles). Additional shopping options, including Harvard Book Store, are approximately 0.3 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 21 Ellery St?
21 Ellery St is located within 0.1 miles of Cambridge College, 0.4 miles of Harvard University, and 0.5 miles of John F. Kennedy School of Government.
